Secrets of Egypt & the Nile - Soulful Experience

The Nile has always meant more than a river. For Pan-African thinkers, for artists of the Harlem Renaissance, for generations of Black Americans who looked to ancient Egypt as proof of what African civilization built, this river carries profound meaning and pride. This Soulful Experience sailing, built around a roundtrip cruise from Luxor, draws that heritage forward: the Valley of the Kings, Karnak Temple and Nubian villages woven together with live performances, artist encounters and cultural programming that celebrate what this river means, and has always meant.

Duration11 nights

RiversNile

CountriesEgypt

Duration11 nights

RiversNile

CountriesEgypt

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What’s Included in Your Secrets of Egypt & The Nile (Soulful Experiences) Package

Your land package is already built into this itinerary, giving you seamless stays in Cairo, guided touring with expert Egyptologists, and a smooth transition to your Nile River cruise.

Traditional Egyptian coffee being poured in Cairo, Egypt

Pre-Cruise Stay in Cairo

Begin your journey with three nights at a luxury hotel on the Nile, complete with daily breakfast and complimentary Wi-Fi. It’s an ideal base for exploring Cairo’s sites, including the Egyptian Museum, Citadel of Salah Ed-Din, and Alabaster Mosque.

Seven-Night Nile River Cruise

Set sail on a seven-night cruise in elegantly appointed accommodations. Enjoy nightly entertainment like belly dancing or movie nights. During the day, join curated shore excursions like visits to a Nubian village and the Luxor Market, or a cooking class.

Expert-Led Tours of Egypt’s Ancient Sites

Discover Egypt’s most iconic landmarks on small-group tours led by expert Egyptologists. During your trip, you’ll visit the Pyramids of Giza, the Great Sphinx, Saqqara, and ancient Memphis, as well as temples, tombs, and open-air markets along the Nile.

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Post-Cruise Cairo Stay

Conclude your journey with a final night in Cairo, where you’ll have the chance to join an exclusive, private tour of the Abdeen Presidential Palace, complete with a special farewell lunch at the palace, before your included transfer to the airport.

Dates, Prices and Offers

Important: Dates, prices & itineraries are subject to change.

Flights (included in price): Return flights from London or Manchester. For alternative airports, supplements may apply.

Group overseas transfers to and from the ship.

Included Intra-Egypt Air: Starting from £477 per person in 2026; Starting from £492 per person in 2027. Prices include all taxes and fuel surcharges.

Single Supplement: 50% off twin price; Suites 100% of twin price.

Bedding: Please select bedding configuration at the time of booking:

Option A: Two twin beds

Option B: One large bed.

Visa: Visas are required for travel to Egypt; please contact your Consulate for more information.

Optional Jordan Pre-Extension: Rates vary based on seasonality and include Amman to Cairo intra-air starting from £400 per person, of which a non-refundable deposit of £150 is required. Visas are required for travel to Jordan; please consult with your Consulate for more information.

Optional Dubai Pre- or Post-Extension: Rates vary based on seasonality, and Dubai to Cairo flights are not included. Visas are not required for travel to Dubai.

Terms & Conditions

*All fly-cruise fares are per person, based on double occupancy of an entry level category stateroom unless stated otherwise. Rates include port charges, group overseas transfers (between airport and ship) and return economy flights from London Heathrow, London Gatwick or Manchester Airport. Flights from selected regional UK gateways are available from a £75pp supplement. Flight schedules and airlines used are fully at the discretion of AmaWaterways and timings will be confirmed at the time of flight booking confirmation. Requests for alternative flights may incur a supplement. Flight costs are based on embarkation and disembarkation points, supplements may occur when purchasing land packages if different gateways are required. Any offers shown are valid on select sailings only and are combinable with all past guest programmes, but not combinable with any other offers or promotions. Solo guests must pay an additional solo supplement before receiving any savings unless stated otherwise. Fares and offers are capacity controlled, subject to availability and may be changed or withdrawn at any time. Land programmes and gratuities are additional. Other restrictions may apply. Please see our brochure or website for full Terms & Conditions. Cruise Only Fares are available on request.

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